Because failures in bonded assemblies can have serious consequences, identifying their root causes is crucial. Cetim’s teams put their expertise at the service of manufacturers to address these challenges.
Whether you are an operator, technical solution provider, insurance or legal expert, you have likely encountered issues with pipelines or building equipment resulting in leaks due to bonded or welded joints. Such failures can have serious repercussions, particularly from an economic standpoint, and are often closely linked to ecological challenges. Determining the cause in order to determine liability (material defect, installation fault, operational error, etc.) and to propose solutions adapted to the operational and economic constraints of the project and its site, which requires technical expertise and advanced resources.
Cetim offers all these advantages to secure installations, prevent recurrence, and optimize operating costs. Our experts can intervene at every stage, from documentary analysis of plans, technical sheets and installation history, to on-site diagnostics and sampling when necessary.
Cetim specialists also conduct technical investigations using their mastery of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT), metrology, various instrumentation, physico-chemical analyses, and fractography. Laboratory tests allow us to reproduce failure conditions, and digital simulations replay different failure scenarios. At the end of the process, we deliver a clear, well-argued expert report, including technical opinions and recommendations, and can support corrective actions if required.
Professionals thus benefit from the assurance of neutrality and independence, guaranteeing objective results, as well as a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach, from diagnosis to solution, access to advanced technologies, proven responsiveness, and expertise recognized by insurers and the courts.
Find out more about our Failure Analysis services on our website.
